Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

No wonder the price was so much higher after I selected Pokémon-specific in the order!

So that's why it's so expensive?

It's not just brand premium; it actually has real functionality.

"The eyes are the windows to the soul. Wearing sunglasses can effectively block your vision, making it difficult for your opponent to predict your next move. Moreover, techniques that interfere with vision, such as throwing sand or flashbangs, will be much less effective."

"It can improve potential attribute compatibility, increase tactical stealth, and protect against interference..."

"That's truly well thought out! He really lives up to his reputation as the captain of the firefighting team!"

Is that what I... am thinking?

Squirtle was confused.

It clearly remembers that it wore it simply to look cool.

"Jenny?!" "Jenny, Jenny?!"

The Squirtle team members, who had been watching the situation closely, suddenly gasped in surprise.

They looked at each other, their round eyes filled with sudden realization and newfound respect.

That's it!

The battalion commander always wears sunglasses, not just because he thinks it looks cool, but because it reflects such profound tactical thinking?

As expected of the captain!

The difference in their levels is truly remarkable!

Captain Squirtle abruptly stopped himself from saying what he was about to say.

In a flash, the strength of its paws on its sunglasses became more steady, and its slightly raised chin carried a natural depth.

"Jenny!"

It turned to Xiaozhi and nodded vigorously.

That's right!

That's exactly how I, the captain, planned it! Every detail has been carefully considered!

I never expected that you, a mere human trainer, would have the same ideas as it!

What a coincidence!

51. Three visits to the thatched cottage!

Seeing that Xiao Zhi understood its duties and intentions so clearly and sincerely.

Even Squirtle, who is known for his impartiality, couldn't help but reflect on his actions.

I need to reflect on whether I was being too stern.

This person understands it so well, yet it... sigh!

Was its attitude just now too rigid?

Focusing solely on the wording while ignoring the context and original intent?

After a moment of reflection, when it looked at Ash again, its gaze was completely different.

That is a recognition of the wise.

It stretched out its paw, not to take it, but to pull back the warning slip that had almost become an official record from Ash's hand, as if it had turned the page.

Without even looking at it, it quickly tore it into pieces and casually stuffed it back into its shell.

"Jenny!"

Squirtle nodded.

After all, no actual accident occurred, and there were indeed some oversights on our side.

A warning is enough; there's no need to make a big deal out of it.

Ok.

That's how it should be!

......

After saying goodbye to Squirtle, the three continued their journey.

Xiao Zhi felt it was a bit of a pity.

He couldn't help but say this as he walked.

"Sigh, I was so close... to completing the collection of the three Kanto families!

"It's not that easy for a Pokémon with a government job to go into business."

Xiao Gang calmly chimed in from the side.

"After all, they have a permanent position with six types of insurance and two types of housing funds, triple pay for overtime work on holidays, and a Pokémon Center for retirement..."

"If it were you, would you be willing to give up this secure job and follow a trainer who doesn't know when to eat or sleep, and who lives a life of hardship?"

Let alone Squirtle.

This kind of treatment would even allow Xiao Gang to marry Miss Joey and Miss Officer Jenny as well.

Xiao Gang is willing to do it too!

"I think if it weren't for the leader Squirtle stopping them, there might actually be some Squirtle that would have been willing to go with Ash."

Xiaoxia interjected.

Xiao Gang had no experience and didn't understand how powerful Xiao Zhi was.

She's got experience with having her Pokémon stolen by Ash!

Give Xiaozhi another hour...

No! In half an hour at most, there will definitely be people willing to follow Xiaozhi!

"It's okay! It's not like we won't run into each other again!"

After a moment of shock, Ash quickly rallied and clenched his fist.

"If once doesn't work, try twice; if twice doesn't work, try three times!"

"Let me tell you a story I once heard about a trainer who, with his two reliable partners, made three unremitting efforts before finally capturing a powerful Pokémon and eventually becoming the king of the world."

"Oh? There's such a story?"

Xiao Gang immediately became interested and turned his gaze to Xiao Zhi.

He was always quite curious about the strange and unusual stories Xiao Zhi told him.

Each time I secretly memorized it, I would then subtly tell my younger siblings about it through the illustrated guide, always earning admiring glances.

Xiao Zhi didn't keep anyone in suspense. He cleared his throat and began to tell the story vividly.

"It is said that the world, after a long period of unity, tends to divide, and after a long period of division, tends to unite. A long, long time ago, not in our Kanto region, but in the distant Alora region."

"Back then, the islands were constantly embroiled in conflict, with various dominant Pokémon ruling their own territories, and war spreading across the archipelago..."

“Wait a minute,” Misty interrupted, “Totem Pokémon? What’s that?”

“Hmm,” Ash thought for a moment and explained, “It’s a Pokémon that’s a bit bigger, smarter, stronger, and can command a bunch of minions.”

Xiaoxia: "?"

What does it look like?

But Pikachu nodded knowingly, giving Misty a disdainful look.

Everything has been explained so clearly.

Isn't this just a weaker version of Ash Ketchum?

"Xiao Zhi, please continue."

Teacher Gang urged.

Without paying attention to the details, Xiao Zhi continued.

"In the deep valleys of an island, there lived a wise gorilla known as 'Wolong'."

"Wolong? Why would a gorilla be called Wolong?"

Xiao Gang asked with great interest.

"Uh......"

This question stumped Xiao Zhi.

Even the flashes of inspiration in his head weren't this detailed.

"I'm just guessing," Xiao Zhi said, stroking his chin as if speculating, "it's probably because it's really good at fighting."

"Even powerful Dragon-type Pokémon have to lie down obediently in front of it, which is why it got this name."

this......

That makes sense.

Xiao Gang nodded thoughtfully.

As a former Gym Leader, he naturally knew the characteristics of most Dragon-type Pokémon.

They have a long growth cycle, enormous potential, and once mature, they possess terrifying combat power and are arrogant.

Those who can keep such a group of beings lying down in peace must indeed be considered powerful.

Xiao Zhi continued his story, gesturing with his arms as he spoke.

He can rattle off all sorts of achievements without hesitation.

"...Not only is Nachi a master of trickery and possesses uncanny foresight, but there are also rumors that he has a tailwind that should be impossible to control!"

"Holding a straw fan, it casually summoned the east wind, which fueled the fire, and in one fell swoop, it repelled the entire invading overlord force!"

"Pikachu—!"